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Chambray Blue for the Summer? These Regional Brands Say Yes

Originating from France’s Cambrai region, this fabric - and its inspired hue - would come to be a fashion staple.

Ziyad El-Helbawy

Chambray Blue for the Summer? These Regional Brands Say Yes

Originating in France’s Cambrai region, chambray is a natural fabric crafted from either linen or cotton. Dense in essence but fine in feel, chambray is quite similar to denim and, over the years, has often been used as its substitute, dyed with the same customary shade of blue.

However, given the fabric's nature, blue dye does not take to chambray the way it does to denim, resulting in a shade now aptly referred to as ‘Chambray Blue’. For this week’s Monochrome Monday curation, we’ve picked out our favorite pieces from throughout the region that showcase the hue.

Anissa Aida | The Circle Bag

A staple for the Tunisian-Japanese label, Anissa Aida’s Circle Bag in blue is both minimal, and a statement piece. The best part? It’s sustainably sourced.

Noon by Noor | Resort 2025 Collection

Inspired by the blue hues of the Gulf of Bahrain, Noon by Noor’s Resort 2025 collection features a series of seaside attires fit for the summer. Shot against the backdrop of Muharraq Island’s fisherman’s pier, the Bahraini sisters make their muse clear. 

Myne | The Blue Palma Set

Perfect for ‘the sea, or by the pool’, Egyptian label Myne’s Blue Palma three-piece lounge set just screams slow summer mornings. 

Forme Studios | The 'Core' Collection

Stocked up with minimal and versatile pieces, Forme Studios is all about living the laid-back life in style. With its inaugural ‘core’ collection, the nascent athleisure Egyptian label introduced a series of soft essentials, fit for any and all (casual) occasions. 

Chadia Hamati | The 'Eve' Earrings

Featuring hand-carved mother of pearls, Lebanese luxury jewellery label Chadia Hamati’s Eve earrings are as breezy as their muse. 

Nightcomer Studio | The 'Asir' Collection

Inspired by the flower men tribe of Saudi Arabia’s Aseer region, Beirut-based label Nightcomer Studios’ Look no.40 is a stunning sheer two-piece set embroidered with blue floral motifs.  

Saiid Kobeisy | The SS24 Collection

For its SS24 collection, the Paris-based Lebanese designer introduced a ‘sapphire dream’ that looks straight out of the pages of a fairytale.

Morena | The Felicity Mule Strass

Embellished with over 1000 individually placed crystals, Dubai-based Morena’s Felicity Mule is all about that post-sunset sparkle. 

Anno | The 'Bloom' Collection

Embroidered with floral motifs, Saudi Arabia’s ANNO consistently draws inspiration from nature, and for its ‘Bloom’ collection, chambray blue was its crown jewel.